One week ago, Evanescence made their exciting announcement that their next album - their first in nine years - will be out sooner than we realized. Titled The Bitter Truth, its first offering is the lead single, "Wasted On You," out now. And wow, what an incredible lead single it is. "Wasted On You" opens…

It's been nine long years since Evanescence released their last studio album. Frontwoman Amy Lee released a couple of albums (Aftermath and Dream Too Much), and the band reimagined their back catalogue on Synthesis in 2017. But it's high time for an album of new material. Now, after a year of writing and recording, Evanescence…

In the past year, Evanescence has spent most of their time in and out of the studio, writing and demoing new music for their first album in almost a decade. After putting out their cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “The Chain” – and sharing an apocalyptic new music video for it last month – Evanescence is ready to reveal…

Evanescence has spent the past year in and out of the studio, writing and demoing new music for their first album in almost a decade. After putting out their cover of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain" - and sharing an apocalyptic new music video for it earlier this month - Evanescence is ready to reveal more…

Two months ago, Evanescence shared their full cover of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain," from the acclaimed 1977 album, Rumours. They recorded it for Xbox’s new game, Gears 5. Now, after weeks of teasing, the band has returned with its fiery new music video, directed by P.R. Brown Compared to Fleetwood Mac’s original recording, Evanescence’s cover is…

A few weeks ago, Evanescence shared the cover of "The Chain," originally by Fleetwood Mac. It follows their 2017 special album Synthesis, as well as 2018's Synthesis Live. Beyond those releases, Evanescence has been quiet for most of the 2010s, and haven't released a studio album since 2011. Luckily, they started writing and demoing earlier…

Two months ago, Evanescence shared a 1-minute cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “The Chain,” from the acclaimed 1977 album, Rumours. They recorded it for Xbox’s new game, Gears 5. Today, Evanescence finally released the full-length version of their cover. Compared to Fleetwood Mac's original recording, Evanescence's cover is far more dramatic and heavy, fitting the style…

Evanescence have been writing and demoing for their next album since May. Although they predict we won't hear anything until sometime in 2020, it looks like we have something new to look forward to already! And it seems to be a collaboration with the Dutch symphonic metal band, Within Temptation! In a new teaser clip,…

Evanescence's Amy Lee recently recorded a cover of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain," from their acclaimed 1977 album, Rumours. Today, we can hear a 1-minute preview of the song in Xbox's launch trailer for their new game, Gears 5. They describe how Amy's version of "The Chain" matches their game and their character, Kait: This darker,…

Lindsey Stirling just released her new album, Artemis. One of only two guest artists on the album, Evanescence's Amy Lee sings on the song "Love Goes On and On." After hearing a short preview back in July, today we can finally hear the full song. "Love Goes On And On" is enchanting. Lindsey Stirling begins…

Evanescence's Amy Lee and violinist superstar Lindsey Stirling go back several years. After teaming up for Evanescence's Synthesis song "Hi-Lo" and touring together throughout 2018, the pair have teamed up again for a brand new song. On Lindsey Stirling's upcoming album, Artemis, Amy Lee appears on a song called "Love Goes On And On." Today,…

Two months ago, Evanescence released their new live album and DVD, Synthesis Live, featuring performances of the band's beloved back catalogue reimagined in a new style. It only came out physically at the time. Today, to celebrate the live album's new availability in digital formats, Evanescence just shared a video of their "Lithium" performance. "Lithium"…

In only two days, Evanescence will share their upcoming live album and concert film, Synthesis Live. Following live videos for "Hi-Lo" and "Lacrymosa" in the last week, Evanescence is sharing one more performance sneak peek. "My Heart Is Broken," originally from their self-titled third album, was reimagined for Synthesis last year. The updated version cast…

Following their live video for "Hi-Lo" last week, Evanescence is back with another sneak peek of Synthesis Live with their "Lacrymosa" performance. Originally appearing on The Open Door in 2006, "Lacrymosa" is an epic standout in each of its releases so far. The Synthesis version last year brought new dimension to the song, and the…

Two months ago, Evanescence announced their forthcoming live album and concert DVD, Synthesis Live. With only one week left until its release, the band shared a clip of their "Hi-Lo" performance. "Hi-Lo" was originally written for their self-titled third album, but remained unheard until Evanescence included it on Synthesis last year. The dreamy song is…

Last November, Evanescence made their long-awaited comeback by releasing a special album, Synthesis. The unique album reimagined the band's best-known songs in a more orchestral and electronic soundscape, highlighting their classical background. Since then, Evanescence has been touring in support of Synthesis to rave reviews. For all who've missed the band's latest tours - and for…

Evanescence promised an exciting announcement, and today they delivered. We know the band has been recording their new album, Synthesis, since spring. It's a reimagining of Evanescence songs we know and love, plus two brand new songs. The album is due out this fall. Now we know a little more: The band will be embarking…

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